--- title: "Samaritans of the Western Isles SCIO — check charity number SC047197 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Samaritans of the Western Isles SCIO a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047197. the advancement of health charity based in Western Isles. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/samaritans-of-the-western-isles-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:13:48.086Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Samaritans of the Western Isles SCIO is a registered charity (number SC047197) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health; the saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £8,683 (year ending 2025-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Samaritans of the Western Isles SCIO? Registered charity number SC047197 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Western Isles Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £8,683 Website [www.samaritans.org/branches/samaritans-western-isles](http://www.samaritans.org/branches/samaritans-western-isles) ## What does Samaritans of the Western Isles SCIO do? - To enable persons in The Western Isles and the surrounding area as well as elsewhere who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those who may be at risk of suicide, to receive confidential emotional support at any time of the day or night in order to improve their emotional health and to reduce the incidence of suicide. - To promote a better understanding in society of suicide, suicidal behaviour and the value of expressing feelings which may otherwise lead to suicide or impaired emotional health. and - To collaborate with and support Samaritans Central Charity and its… ## What causes is Samaritans of the Western Isles SCIO registered for? the advancement of healththe saving of lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Samaritans of the Western Isles SCIO yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Samaritans of the Western Isles SCIO is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=samaritans-of-the-western-isles-scio&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.samaritans.org/branches/samaritans-western-isles) ## Frequently asked questions Is Samaritans of the Western Isles SCIO a legitimate charity? Yes. Samaritans of the Western Isles SCIO is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047197) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Samaritans of the Western Isles SCIO's charity number? Samaritans of the Western Isles SCIO's charity number is SC047197. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047197? Search SC047197 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Samaritans of the Western Isles SCIO do? - To enable persons in The Western Isles and the surrounding area as well as elsewhere who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those who may be at risk of suicide, to receive confidential emotional support at any time of the day or night in order to improve their emotional health and to reduce the incidence of suicide. - To promote a better understanding in society of suicide, suicidal behaviour and the value of expressing feelings which may otherwise lead to suicide or impaired emotional health. and - To collaborate with and support Samaritans Central Charity and its… Does Samaritans of the Western Isles SCIO have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Samaritans of the Western Isles SCIO. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Samaritans of the Western Isles SCIO? Samaritans of the Western Isles SCIO's website is http://www.samaritans.org/branches/samaritans-western-isles — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC047197).